"Staff Research Associate"

We are seeking a creative, collaborative, and motivated Specialist to join the UCSF Quantitative Bioscience Institute (QBI) Research and Engineering to Accelerate Discovery (READY) Center Team. This role will focus on utilizing cutting-edge CRISPR gene editing methods to support cell engineering projects that are part of a larger research platform designed to study disease biology at the cellular level and identify new therapeutic modalities.

Under general supervision of the READY Center Manager, the SRA II will assist in CRISPR/Cas9 editing experiments to create a vast library of different genomic edits.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in natural sciences (preferably Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology or Chemical Biology) or a related science and one or more years of recent, directly related work experience, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Experience in routine cell culture of mammalian cell lines.
• Practical knowledge and application of basic molecular biology techniques (e.g. nucleic acid extraction, PCR, cloning).
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments in online or physical laboratory notebooks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving abilities, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to clearly communicate information and actively listen to others.
• Constructively communicate with peers and management to foster a supportive atmosphere.
• Effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Maintain a positive attitude when faced with challenges or changes.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $28.04 - $45.09 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

About University of California San Francisco

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and high-quality patient care. It is the only UC campus in the 10-campus system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.